20 activitati in Marseille, FRANCE

Highlights - Unlimited hop-on hop-off bus across the entire route - 11 bus stops to explore each and every tourist attraction - Multi-lingual recorded commentary available in 8 different languages: French, English, Spanish, Italian, German, Russian, Japanese and Chinese Red Route A hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour of Marseille is a great way to get a flavor of this beautiful french city steeped in history. Take part of the tour and soak up the charm of Marseille life with its many restaurants, fishermen's stalls and daily fish market. Explore the pretty fishing port, Vallon des Auffes and stroll alongside small, brightly colored boats and numerous seashore cabins before wandering through the picturesque narrow streets. This unique, peaceful place sheltered by cliffs has inspired many poets, painters and writers. Blue Route Hop-on the blue route and explore the coastline! Enjoy amazing views of the coastline from the open top deck of the bus, stop at one of the incredibly beautiful beaches and enjoy a moment of relax sunbathing and swimming. Football fans should not miss the chance to visit one of the best stadiums in Europe, The Velodrome and horse racing passionates can try their luck at the Hippodrome.

We invite you to discover the exotic district of Noailles and its market located in the heart of Marseille. Discover the origin of the world's most famous national anthem, know where the first cinema in history was located, visit 200-year-old stores that work in the same place and enter the colourful and lively market and its oriental spice shops. It will also include the drama and struggle of the inhabitants of the district against gentrification, substandard housing and the fear of being evicted from their homes. All accompanied by a young anthropologist guide living in the area.

We will start from Luminy, Aix-Marseille University campus (the largest university in France with more than 70,000 students) at the gateway to the Calanques National Park. Together we will discover the viewpoint of the creeks and the creeks of Saint John of God and Sugiton. All these options offer a breathtaking panoramic view to take pictures aand enjoy this magical moment to picnic. Many landscapes and an incredible flora will be available to you. Important information – There may be restrictions Please note that this activity is subject to a minimum of 2 people and a maximum of 15 people. In the event that this activity does not meet the minimum and maximum amount of people required, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

A must have City Pass, offering a variety of discounts for all visitors to Marseille. As a tourist and cultural passport, the City Pass is valid for 24, 48 or 72 hours and allows free access to many attractions in Marseille as well as a free ticket for the entire public transportation network (metro, bus and tramway). Enjoy free access to 12 museums including the Natural History Museum, the MUCEM and Roman Dock Museum. Go shopping whilst in Marseille and enjoy discounts of up to 10% at the Tourist Office boutique and various other certified shops. You can enjoy tasting and free samples at certified boutiques including a biscuit factory, a Candy shop as well as a soap factory. Also guided tours of the town are included according to availability, a boat trip to visit If-Castle, a tourist train to Notre-Dame de la Garde and discounts for other sightseeing tours, show tickets and many outdoor activities. This pass is dedicated to individual visitors who wish to discover Marseille with an all-in 'package': just present the pass at the attraction, museum entrance, or at the start of certified tours and gain free access! Public Transportation Network - Free use of the whole bus, metro, tramway network, Ferry boat (closed on 1st May) Museums Free access to the museums and discounts for all great exhibitions. Closed on Mondays and public holidays. - Museum of African, Oceanic, American-Indian Art - Museum of Mediterranean Archeology - “Cantini” Museum - Roman Docks Museum - Natural History Museum - Museum of Popular Arts and Traditions of Marseille - Decorative Arts and Fashion Museum – Borely - History Museum - MAC (Contemporary Art) - Museum of Fine Arts – Palais Longchamp - Museum “Regards de Provence” - Marine Museum - MuCEM (Closed Tuesday) No queueing Strolls - Tourist train to Notre-Dame de la Garde or The old Town : le Panier - Boat to the If-Castle or the Frioul Islands. (only the Frioul islands when it is windy) OR Colobüs sightseeing tour Advantages - Free soap sample from “Les savons de Saint Victor” - Free tasting at “Four des navettes, Navettes des Accoules end La Maison du Pastis“ - A lollipop at “La Cure Gourmande” - Free entry and skates rental for the Ice rink of the “Palais Omnisports” - “Le Panier des créateurs” : gift available for any purchase over 10 euros - A little gift offered by “La Maison de la Boule Bleue” Discounts - 10% discount at the Tourist Office shop, Galeries Lafayette, Occitane, le Comptoir du Panier, boutique Durance, Marseille en Vacances, la Grande Savonnerie, Fragonard, Made in Mediterranée, au Printemps Terrasses du Port, “Torréfaction Noailles”, candy shop Dromel Ainé, “Escale Marine”, JF Rey Marseille / Les Lunetiers Davso (Designer from Marseille), La Cure Gourmande, La Savonnerie Marseillaise, les Toiles du Large et McArthurGlen designer outlet Provence - Discount on the visit of the Orange Velodrome and at the OM shops (Canebiere and Orange Velodrome) - Discount on the sightseeing tour by open-deck coach with “Marseille Colorbüs” - Discount tickets for the Festival of Marseille in July, The Jazz Festival, the National Theatre La Criée, the Theatre “Le Gymnase”, Theater “Nono”, Station Alexandre, The Opera of Marseille, The “Mémorial La Marseillaise”, The Buzine Castle, the Silo (music, shows), “FRAC”, the Ferris Wheel, the “Quai du Rire”, the Raimu museum (Marignane) and the National Ballet of Marseille

Come and meet Arthur and Samira, the guardians of this secret place nestled in the heart of Marseille. After several years in the design office, Aurthur followed a training course in the brewing industry to develop an urban microbrewery with the objective of introducing new flavours associated with a local economy. On the program: Visit of the brewery and tasting of different styles of beer and crackers made from brewers' grains. Visit the garden where you will discover wild edible and medicinal plants. You will use your senses: you will observe, you will smell, you will touch, you will taste the vegetables that we have in our garden. Come and taste this beer that you will only find in Marseille. A real local experience. A visit that will highlight all your senses!

Whether you know how to play or not, the main thing is to spend a friendly moment around an ancestral game! We will start the activity by visiting the house of the ball, in the heart of the Basket, to get into the atmosphere. After an explanation on the origin of the game and the place visited, we will launch the hostilities a few cables away. It is on the esplanade of the Major that together, we will try our hand at the art of petanque. After an hour of intense play, it will be time for a well-deserved local aperitif! Good mood and friendliness will be the key words. Important information – There may be restrictions Please note that the maximum number of people permitted for this activity is 9. In the event that this activity exceeds the maximum amount of people, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund

We will cross the Pastré Park, an emblematic park in Marseille that offers you natural spaces spread over several hectares. On the way, Aleppo pines, holm oaks, laurel, thyme, a variety of juniper and other emblematic species of the Callanques Natural Park will be presented by the guide. At the exit of the park we will start the ascent to the goat pass, at 320 m altitude. At the top, it will be the ideal time to have a picnic and enjoy the panorama. This hike offers one of the best panoramic views of the Phocaean city, the callanque park and the sea. Then, we will start the descent through magnificent cliffs. At the beginning, some of the passages exposed will require your full vigilance. After a few minutes we will find caves to explore and the vegetation will start to change. We are now heading towards Callelongue which can be enjoyed from above. Sometimes paragliders will decorate the landscape. During the hike we will talk about environmental issues, the geology of the park and how humans have contributed to changes in the coastal environment. Once in Callelongue, it was time to relax. A dive for the bravest in spring or autumn is possible. We'll give instructions on how to get back into town. Important information – There may be restrictions Please note that the minimum number of people required for this activity is 2. In case this number isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

"Fada" here in Marseille means "touched by the fairies", "crazy" or "mad". This tour lasts around 3h30 including breaks. You will be able to contemplate and even take photos of the following sites : The Panier neighborhood, the Major cathedral, the new MuCem Museum area, the old port, the Pharo, the vallon des Auffes, Notre Dame de la Garde (the "bonne mère") and many more. Your guide will tell you historic anecdotes or not on the various stop points. You will go by alleys and places which only the Inhabitants of Marseille know. And thanks to your electric bike, you will have less effort to make.

Have you always dreamed of mixing specialities from different countries? Do you want to impress your future guests with products they have never heard of? Come and participate in the fusion cooking workshop (Latin America and France) with Samir, a chef with more than 25 years of experience. Within a Latino-style restaurant chain centred on Chile, Argentina and Peru, the group of the day will prepare a complete menu consisting of a starter, main course and dessert. The latter will incorporate tropical and exotic products into local specialities such as Bouillabaisse marseillaise, which will be transformed into caldillo de congrio, a conger stock with manioc, squash, a little coriander and red onion. Saffron rust sopapillas will accompany the dish. Then, Causa Peruana will serve as an appetizer with its purple olive sauce. To finish off beautifully, the chef offers churros with a Dulce de leche cream. The chef, who has been passionate about cooking since he was a child, welcomes you with his twenty-five years of experience for a few hours, in order to transmit to you a know-how and culinary knowledge that takes its essence from the other side of the world! Important information – There may be restrictions Please note that the maximum number of people permitted for this activity 10. In the event that this activity exceeds the maximum amount of people, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

You are invited to visit the Meraki workshop where the experience will take place. Before we begin we will talk about the basic principles of binding, materials and tool functionality. Then you would be invited to choose the handmade paper for the cover of your notebook, as well as the color of the yarn and other details. You will be accompanied throughout your DIY experience to result in a beautiful Japanese technical notebook made by yourself. At the end of the workshop we will be able to walk around the Cours Julien creators' district.

Discover the beautiful city of Aix-en-Provence with this full-day tour highlighting the best the city has to offer. You’ll enjoy the magnificent Cours Mirabeau, take a stroll through one of the city centre markets and visit the studio of the renowned impressionist painter, Paul Cezanne. Walk with your guide on the Cours Mirabeau lined with a double row of large plane trees which form a tunnel of greenery. The exclusive street is home to grand and elaborate 17th and 18th century private mansions. On hot summer days you will appreciate the glorious shade afforded by the trees and the many cooling fountains that you will see along the way. The Cours Mirabeau divides the city in two, with the old town to the north with its old and irregular streets while the new city or the Quartier Mazarin extends to the south and west. The old town is packed with shops, architectural and religious sites and bustling squares. Take a stroll through one of the numerous markets taking place every day in the centre of the city. Aix is also the birthplace of the painter Paul Cezanne, who is considered one of the most influential artists of his era and is said to form the bridge between late 19th-century Impressionism and the early 20th century's new line of artistic form, cubism. Both Matisse and Picasso are said to have remarked that Cézanne ‘is the father of us all’. This is an unmissable opportunity to visit the artist’s studio, which was built from his own plans and where time seems to have stood still. Languages French, English, Spanish (upon request).

Fill your head with memories of the French Riviera with a tour to the Provençal fishing village of Cassis, stopping at breathtaking viewpoints along the way. Highlights - Drive along the scenic Route des Crêtes - Soak up the old-town charm of Cassis - Enjoy a boat tour of the Cassis calanques - Take in the sights of Marseille with a panoramic tour Taking the scenic Route des Crêtes from Marseille to Cassis, we see the vibrant colours of the French Riviera landscape unfold before us. Stop at Cape Canaille for outstanding views over the bay of Cassis and the Gardiole mountain range before continuing into the ancient fishing port itself. Soak up the rustic charm of the harbour, where colourful wooden fishing boats line the historic front and where you’ll be wrapped in the splendour of the Côte d'Azur. Hop on a 45 minute boat trip to discover three of the Cassis calanques, where the rugged coastline is characterised by steep coves, tiny harbours and unspoiled beaches. On our way back we enjoy a panoramic tour of the city of Marseille, including a photo stop at the Notre-Dame de la Garde basilica. Take in the breathtaking views of the city, the Frioul archipelago and the Château d'If and drive along the Corniche Road lined by magnificent 19th century residences. Our last stop is the 11th century Abbey of St Victor guarding the entry to the Old Port, before the tour ends. Meeting/ pick-up point: Radisson Blu hotel. Others The boat trip is not included and is an optional extra. Languages English and French; Spanish upon request.

My name is Richard Samir, son of a baker and pastry chef, cradled from an early age by the smell of hot bread, Viennese pastries and other sweet treats. Thus, it is only natural that even as a cook, pastry is ingrained in my genes and brings back great memories. That's why I put a lot of attention into it and enjoy it extremely much. I therefore suggest you to accompany me in sweet workshops to discover techniques, recipes and pastry traditions. The objective is to give a Latin flavour to traditional recipes or the other way round, by enhancing typical Latin American desserts with a French accent. We will start with a Pavlova with mango "flowers" (with a floral shape) and pear in Morada syrup (a drink made from Peruvian black corn, pineapple and cinnamon). Then, we will make Argentinean Alfajoles with dulce de leche in Breton shortbread. Finally, it will be a question of recreating the famous dulce de leche with its decorative tiles. Important information – There may be restrictions Please note that this activity is subject to a minimum of 5 people and a maximum of 10 people. In the event that this activity does not meet the minimum and maximum amount of people required, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Lovers of the sea under sail and the beautiful shores of Marseille, I will make you enjoy a pleasant day, in good humour and laughter, to discover the hidden corners of the coastal landscape of Marseille that I know by heart and that I would share with you. Many historical or romanticized anecdotes will be scattered throughout this maritime tour. We will observe the highest sea cliff in Europe and I will tell you about sea level 0 and the first underwater exploration tests. On board, several options are available to you: Snorkeling, kayaking, music, cocktail reception (extra charge) and other possible activities.... Welcome on board, sailors! Important information – There may be restrictions Please note that this activity is subject to a minimum of 4 people and a maximum of 8 people. In the event that this activity does not meet the minimum and maximum amount of people required, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Escape into the Alpilles countryside and discover how it and the city of Arles inspired painter Vincent Van Gogh during his stay in Provence in the late 1880s on this inspiring tour. The itinerary follows in the footsteps of Van Gogh from the city of Arles, through Les Vaux de Provence and ending at Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. This tour will take you across the plain of Crau to the Grand Rhône riverbank where lies the ancient city of Arles, a Unesco World Heritage Site. You will discover the Roman remains of the amphitheatre called Les Arénes, the Saint-Trophime church which has a carved doorway from the 12th century, the Forum Square where the statue of Frederic Mistral stands, and Van Gogh's Café. Later, on the road that leads you to Les Baux de Provence, you have the opportunity to take a photo at the Montmajour Abbey built in the 10th century. Feel free to purchase some lunch in your own time in the medieval village of Les Baux de Provence. In the afternoon, visit an olive property and savour some olive-oil tasting before continuing toward Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. There is another photo opportunity at the Roman monuments called ‘The Antiques’ (Triumphal Arch and funerary monument) located in an olive-tree grove, a landscape painted several times by Van Gogh. There is also the possibility to visit the mental hospital of Saint-Paul de Mausole where the painter was confined and is said to have painted some of his finest work.

Live the high life in some of the most rustic hill towns of the Luberon region with this full day excursion. You’ll pass through the quaint village of Lourmarin and take a stroll through a lively weekly market. You will also visit the villages of Gordes, Oppede-le-Vieux and Menerbes, and make a stop at Fontaine de Vaucluse. To begin your scenic tour you will be driven through the village of Lourmarin. Then head to either Roussillon (Thursday tour) or L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue (Sunday tour) to enjoy a walk through a market offering traditional and local fresh produce. It is well known how exceptional French cheese in and you are sure to be able to find some fine examples in either location. Then you head to Gordes, considered one of the most beautiful villages in France and to Oppede-le-Vieux, a village carved into the rock and whose authenticity has attracted artists and writers for decades. Also on the agenda is a visit to Menerbes, a fortress village that was the setting of a brutal siege lasting more than five years during the 16th century religious wars. There will also be an opportunity to pause at Fontaine de Vaucluse.